Hummus Crusted Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistibly flavorful Hummus Crusted Chicken recipe! Tender chicken breasts are coated in a creamy layer of hummus seasoned with garlic, smoked paprika, and cumin, creating a deliciously herbed crust that locks in moisture. Fresh lemon juice adds a citrusy brightness, while roasted cherry tomatoes provide a burst of sweetness to complement the savory chicken. Ready in just 35 minutes, this oven-baked dish is perfect for busy nights and offers a nutritious, protein-packed meal with minimal cleanup. Garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant touch and serve this easy, Mediterranean-inspired chicken as a stand-alone entrée or alongside your favorite sides. Perfect for lovers of healthy, simple, and flavor-packed recipes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 1 cup Hummus
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C), and lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
Pat the chicken breasts dry using paper towels, then season both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and ground cumin.
Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish in a single layer.
Spread a generous layer of hummus over the top of each chicken breast, using the back of a spoon or spatula to coat evenly.
Drizzle fresh lemon juice over the hummus-covered chicken for added flavor.
Scatter the cherry tomatoes around the chicken in the baking dish, ensuring they are spread out evenly.
Drizzle the olive oil over the cherry tomatoes to help them roast along with the chicken.
Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
Remove the baking dish from the oven and allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes before serving.
Optionally, garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and additional flavor.
Serve the hummus-crusted chicken warm alongside the roasted cherry tomatoes and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2053 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 95.1 g | 122% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.6 g | 83% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 20.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 572 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 2764 mg | 120% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.2 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.1 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.3 g | ||
| Protein | 235.1 g | 470% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 228 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 13.6 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 1533 mg | 33% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
